Thai musicians died at 40
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Jakkrit Panichpatikum
Jakkrit Panichpatikum (January 31, 1973 Bangkok-October 19, 2013 Bangkok) also known as X, Jakkrit Panichpatikam, Chakkrit Phanitphatikam or Jakrit Phanichphatikram was a Thai athlete and actor.
Jakkrit Panichpatikum was a celebrated Muay Thai fighter before turning to acting. He won many championships and was well-known for his fierce fighting style. Jakkrit appeared in several Thai films, such as "Bang Rajan 2" and "The Coffin." He also had a successful career in advertising, working with major brands in Thailand.
In October 2013, Jakkrit was assassinated while sitting in his car in Bangkok's Thong Lor district. The motive for his murder is still unknown, and investigations have been ongoing for several years. His death was a shock to his many fans and the Thai entertainment industry.
Jakkrit Panichpatikum's early life was marked by a challenging upbringing, having grown up in one of Bangkok's more impoverished neighborhoods. He discovered Muay Thai as a young boy and quickly found a passion for the sport. Jakkrit began training seriously and rapidly gained recognition as a skilled fighter. His reputation in the boxing ring helped him transition to a career in acting, where he became a sought-after performer in Thailand's film industry.
Despite his success as an actor, Jakkrit never strayed too far from his roots in Muay Thai. He remained active in the sport and continued to train and compete in fights even as his acting career took off. Jakkrit was widely respected for his dedication to his craft and his commitment to helping others through the sport of Muay Thai.
Jakkrit's untimely death shocked Thailand and the Muay Thai community worldwide. His murder remains unsolved to this day, but his legacy lives on as an accomplished athlete and talented performer who made a lasting impact on Thai culture.
He died in assassination.
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